Accounts Receivable Assistant

About Winncare

At Winncare, we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in need of mobility and care solutions. With over four decades of expertise, we specialise in developing and providing innovative products and services that support the healthcare industry, including lifting and transfer equipment, medical beds, and a wide range of care solutions.

Our commitment to excellence is driven by a passion for improving the everyday lives of patients and caregivers alike, ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity for those we serve. As a trusted partner in healthcare, Winncare continues to lead with innovation, compassion, and a relentless pursuit of quality.

This is an exciting time for Winncare as we experience organisational growth and new opportunities to join our highly skilled, professional, and committed team in a great working environment.

Position: Accounts Receivable Assistant

Employed on a full-time basis and reporting to the Financial Controller, the Accounts Receivable Assistant will act as part of the Finance team, providing a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Service. The successful applicant will play a crucial role in managing the group's accounts receivable function, ensuring all customer invoices and payments are accurately processed, and debts are chased in a timely manner.

The duties and accountabilities of the post may change, and the Accounts Receivable Assistant may be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within the postholder's capabilities. The key tasks and accountabilities associated with the role are as follows:

1. Maintain the accounts receivable ledger for multiple companies, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
2. Generate and process customer invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper authorisation.
3. Monitor customer accounts to ensure payments are received on time and correctly applied.
4. Implement and manage credit control processes, including assessing customer creditworthiness, setting credit limits, and chasing overdue accounts.
5. Reconcile customer statements and resolve any discrepancies promptly.
6. Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable, including preparing reports on aged debtors and bad debts.
7. Assist with VAT return preparation, ensuring all sales VAT is accurately recorded.
8. Support the annual audit process by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor queries.
9. Participate in the improvement and implementation of financial procedures and controls, particularly in areas related to accounts receivable and credit control.

Applicants should possess a basic understanding of UK accounting standards and regulations, be highly motivated with a keen eye for detail and accuracy, and continually demonstrate an ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

It is essential that applicants possess prior experience in an accounts receivable or sales ledger role, as well as strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Good communication skills with the ability to convey financial information clearly are essential in this role, as is proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to learn and adapt to new financial systems and processes. Applicants will ideally possess experience gained in a manufacturing environment and working with ERP systems; however, this is not essential.

As there will be some requirement to travel to other Company locations in the UK, a UK driving licence is essential. Applicants should be aware this may require occasional overnight stays away from home.

This is a great opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced individual to join a committed and dedicated team at a time of growth in a rewarding and engaging environment and a great workplace community.

If you possess the skills, knowledge, and experience suitable for this vacant post, please apply.